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Classifying Chemical Reactions Table
Classifying Chemical Reactions Table
Classifying Chemical Reactions Table
Complete the table below by reading Chapter 5.2 of your textbook. For some reaction types, you may need to utilise the internet. When you have
completed the table, test your understanding by completing the accompanying worksheets.
Reaction Type
Key Information
Products of reaction
Decomposition reaction
XY X + Y
H 2 CO 3 ( aq )
H 2 O(l) +
CO2 (g)
Combination (synthesis)
reaction
X + Y XY
Combustion reaction
O2
with
X+
O2 Y +
H2O
CO2
CH 4 (g) + 2O2 ( g)
CO2 (g) + 2 H 2 O(l )
Acid-base (neutralisation)
reaction
HCl+ NaOH
H 2 O+ NaCl
AX + Y YX + A
Zn+ HCl
Zn Cl 2+ H 2 O
AB + XY AY + XB
FeS+ HCl
Fe Cl2 +
H2 S